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Middelpunt Wetland declared a Ramsar site

September 14, 2023 by FVV admin

Good news for the White-winged Flufftail as this is its only confirmed breeding site in South Africa. A White-winged Flufftail glides over the sedge meadows at Middelpunt Wetland (Photograph: Kyle Lloyd) The White-winged Flufftail (Sarothrura ayresi) is listed as globally … Read More

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Greater Lakenvlei Protected Environment has been expanded

September 14, 2023 by FVV admin

A further 7 448 hectares have been added to the existing area. Wetlands and rocky outcrops are some of the microhabitats within the protected environment, hosting threatened and endemic species specialised for these niches (Photograph: Kyle Lloyd) The Greater Lakenvlei … Read More

General environmental | Reserve News

New report on the state of South Africa’s provincial reserves

September 12, 2023 by FVV admin

It’s not a pretty picture–but at least we know where we are. “There is growing concern that South African protected areas, which contain high biological density, are not fulfilling their conservation objectives”, begins this useful and rather perturbing study. It’s … Read More

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Steenkampsberg Birding Routes are completed

August 25, 2023 by FVV admin

Collaboration between BirdLIfe South Africa and the Escarpment Bird Club bears fruit. This project has been in the making for many months, and it’s great to see it officially launched. There are three routes covering most of the area around … Read More

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World Wetlands Day 2023

February 19, 2023 by FVV admin

Mpumalanga Wetlands Forum hosts event at Verloren Valei. World Wetlands Day is celebrated worldwide each year on 2 February to raise awareness about wetlands and the important environmental role they play. The theme for 2023 is “It’s time for Wetland … Read More

Birds | Flowers & Orchids

Another successful Birds and Flowers field trip

January 24, 2023 by FVV admin

Susan Abell and Geoff Lockwood once again shared their enthusiasm and expertise with us. Friends of Verloren Valei and Escarpment Bird Club were delighted to welcome Susan Abell and Geoff Lockwood for another two-day exploration of the floral and avian … Read More

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WESSA December newsletter

December 13, 2022 by FVV admin

Friends of Verloren Valei is a WESSA affiliate – read the latest newsletter.

General environmental

What is a wetland? An ecologist explains

October 31, 2022 by FVV admin

Jon Sweetman, Penn State Wetlands are areas of land that are covered by water, or have flooded or waterlogged soils. They can have water on them either permanently or for just part of the year. Whether it’s year-round or seasonal, … Read More

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South African Wetland Society

October 31, 2022 by FVV admin

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Verloren Valei pays tribute to Magaduza Makuwa

August 31, 2022 by FVV admin

Mr Makuwa leaves behind a proud legacy of service to conservation in the Steenkampsberg. At a function on 26 August 2022, Verloren Valei bade farewell to Magaduza Makuwa, who has retired after 42 years on the reserve, where he served … Read More

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